International law firm Addleshaw Goddard has recently moved into Manchester’s prestigious One St Peter’s Square and chose ARTZU as their art consultants to bring the wow factor to their impressive new office.

Bold and beautiful colours illuminated against a smooth, metallic surface allow a patina to form where paint can be layered and scraped away. This conflict of one element against another, the human struggle with life, is revealed in the iridescent, multi-faceted intensity of these astonishing artworks.

“It’s high-time we celebrated this ground-breaking film that defined an era. Acheson’s technicolour odyssey takes us across 1950s Manchester, bringing it all back to life, but with a very contemporary twist, something you simply can’t miss!”

ARTZU Gallery are excited to announce the arrival of a new body of exceptional portraits by Carl Melegari in our Manchester gallery. These powerful paintings incorporate some highly sort after female figures which radiate Melegari’s genius for revealing the human soul.

Michael John Ashcroft explores the hills and streets of Greater Manchester by capturing the light and darkness he has felt reflected in his own life. It was a devastating illness which persuaded him to focus all his attention on creating vibrant art. He discusses his inspirations in this article.

‘State of the Art Cinema’, the free public exhibition offering an interactive experience of contemporary film poster design and photography, has arrived at ARTZU Gallery: Tuesday 28th October – Saturday 1st November 2014 inclusive 11am – 6pm

The prestigious Unfold Art Xchange recently took place in Dubai where ARTZU'S Nick Betney was joined by other experts from all over the world to discuss the world of art Through a series of panel discussions and interview sessions.

Matt Wilde has had a busy year of both high profile corporate commissions and of personal retrospection, transporting viewers to his cameo filled memories of the early 80s. Using his trademark quirky layered take on city living and culture Matt has once again produced outstanding unique work full of wit and charm.